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New Delhi [India], June 20: The Bicester Collection, a family of 12 distinctive shopping destinations in Europe, China and soon the United States, in partnership with Tecnológico de Monterrey and Ashoka Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, announced the winners competition. Unlock Her Future Prize 2024 LATAM Edition during an awards ceremony at the Galería de Cristal in Madrid.
The Unlock Her Future Prize, which launched its first edition in the MENA region in 2023, is a cornerstone of The Bicester Collection's philanthropic program, DO GOOD, unified by the shared mission of empowering women and children around the world. With the support of key regional partners, Tecnológico de Monterrey and Ashoka Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, the 2024 edition of the Unlock Her Future Award identifies and supports female social entrepreneurs across Latin America, regardless of age, who possess inspiring skills , early and implement start-up ideas (less than three years of operation) that drive positive social, cultural or environmental impact, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. From an outstanding talent pool of 954 applicants who embody the entrepreneurial drive of the LATAM region, an International Selection Committee identified eight finalists who embarked on an intensive skills accelerator with Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico City before traveling to Sao Paulo to present their startups to a panel of distinguished judges. Participating in the panel were Elena Foguet, commercial director of The Bicester Collection; María-Noel Vaeza, Regional Director for the Americas and the Caribbean of UN Women; Gilda Pérez-Alvarado, strategy director and CEO of Orient Express of Accor S.A; Mireya Cisneros, Philanthropist and Businesswoman; Paola Rojas, journalist and television news presenter; and Luiza Helena Trajano, president of the Board of Luiza Magazine.
At the awards ceremony in Madrid's glittering Cristal Gallery, Paola Rojas, master of ceremonies and judge of the evening's award, announced the winners of the Unlock Her Future Award LATAM Edition 2024, recognizing the exceptional talent of:
Thamires Pontes, BrazilPHYCOLABS: Develops products and technologies, taking advantage of the potential of algae as an alternative to replace petrochemical materials.
Valentina Agudelo, Colombia
SALVA HEALTH: Develops wearable devices with AI to analyze breast tissue, helping to detect breast cancer early and making it accessible to women in remote areas. While three awards are offered, the judges, inspired by talent and innovation shown by the finalists, they unanimously agreed to split the third prize between two impressive candidates. This prize, which is sponsored by Grupo Financiro Banorte, will be shared by:
Annie Rosas, Mexico
BLUEKALI: a social enterprise that uses technology to clean oceans and rivers, addresses challenges in recycling plant material collection and improves the jobs of garbage collectors.Leydi Cruz, Bolivia
AGRIMET: Helps the climate resilience of small farmers through a specialized consulting and data subscription service, which allows them to improve their agricultural practices in irrigation management and generate higher yields.
Each winner will receive a grant of up to US$100,000, accompanied by an expert mentorship and continuing education program to foster their entrepreneurial skills and accelerate the successful launch and growth of their startups. The program is presented with the generous support of Grupo Financiero Banorte y Creel, García-Cuellar, Aiza y Enríquez and UN Women. Additionally, Kristal de Valle, 17, from Guatemala, was recognized as the Unlock Her Future Award Young Changer by MINDVERSE, its mission to empower students to discover and develop their full potential through personalized education. Supported by a virtual avatar tutor powered by artificial intelligence, she aims to offer 24/7 access to education beyond the classroom and encompass the diverse skills and needs of students.
Chantal Khoueiry, Cultural Director of The Bicester Collection, commented: "Empowering these visionary women is more than celebrating their individual successes; it is about fostering ecosystems of innovation and resilience that can transform societies. Today we celebrate the remarkable achievements of the four Las Latin American women who have won the Unlock Her Future Award LATAM 2024 Edition are architects of a brighter future, inspiring us all with their unique visions of sustainable, equitable and inclusive growth.
The winners were joined by the four additional finalists for the Unlock Her Future Award 2024 LATAM Edition: Andrea Nunes, Venezuela
EASY CLEAN WATER: Provides drinking water to Latin American communities through solar purification systems, promoting health, local development and environmental preservation.
Florencia Sosa, ArgentinaANDINA: Empowers women who work vicuña wool in the Puna of Catamarca, combining ancient artisanal techniques with modern technology. Each piece tells a story, enhanced through Web 3.0, a triple-impact venture that reinvests its profits in community training.
Gabriela de Sá, Brazil
COLOR: A mobile application that supports women in Brazil and Latin America facing domestic violence, offering comprehensive assistance from reporting to education and achieving financial independence.Shirley Matos, Panama
INFONIMADOS: Transforms education into an entertaining experience through the creation of animated content for people of all ages, bridging the gap between learning and entertainment.
In honor of the achievements of all these outstanding women, the star-studded awards ceremony in Madrid featured a keynote speech by Unlock Her Future Award judge, María-Noel Vaeza, Regional Director for the Americas and the Caribbean from UN Women, a dance performance by Spain's Got Talent finalists Lola's Girls in celebration of Madrid's cultural wealth, a reading by Mexican poet María Milo and the European debut of 19-year-old Mexican singer Lucerito Mijares .For more information about the prize, visit UnlockHerFuturePrize.com
@DoGood_TheBicesterCollection
#DoGood #UnlockHerFuture #TheBicesterCollection
New Delhi [India], June 20: The Bicester Collection, a family of 12 distinctive shopping destinations in Europe, China and soon the United States, in partnership with Tecnológico de Monterrey and Ashoka Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, announced the winners competition. Unlock Her Future Prize 2024 LATAM Edition during an awards ceremony at the Galería de Cristal in Madrid.
The Unlock Her Future Prize, which launched its first edition in the MENA region in 2023, is a cornerstone of The Bicester Collection's philanthropic program, DO GOOD, unified by the shared mission of empowering women and children around the world. With the support of key regional partners, Tecnológico de Monterrey and Ashoka Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, the 2024 edition of the Unlock Her Future Award identifies and supports female social entrepreneurs across Latin America, regardless of age, who possess inspiring skills , early and implement start-up ideas (less than three years of operation) that drive positive social, cultural or environmental impact, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. From an outstanding talent pool of 954 applicants who embody the entrepreneurial drive of the LATAM region, an International Selection Committee identified eight finalists who embarked on an intensive skills accelerator with Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico City before traveling to Sao Paulo to present their startups to a panel of distinguished judges. Participating in the panel were Elena Foguet, commercial director of The Bicester Collection; María-Noel Vaeza, Regional Director for the Americas and the Caribbean of UN Women; Gilda Pérez-Alvarado, strategy director and CEO of Orient Express of Accor S.A; Mireya Cisneros, Philanthropist and Businesswoman; Paola Rojas, journalist and television news presenter; and Luiza Helena Trajano, president of the Board of Luiza Magazine.
At the awards ceremony in Madrid's glittering Cristal Gallery, Paola Rojas, master of ceremonies and judge of the evening's award, announced the winners of the Unlock Her Future Award LATAM Edition 2024, recognizing the exceptional talent of:
Thamires Pontes, BrazilPHYCOLABS: Develops products and technologies, taking advantage of the potential of algae as an alternative to replace petrochemical materials.
Valentina Agudelo, Colombia
SALVA HEALTH: Develops wearable devices with AI to analyze breast tissue, helping to detect breast cancer early and making it accessible to women in remote areas. While three awards are offered, the judges, inspired by talent and innovation shown by the finalists, they unanimously agreed to split the third prize between two impressive candidates. This prize, which is sponsored by Grupo Financiro Banorte, will be shared by:
Annie Rosas, Mexico
BLUEKALI: a social enterprise that uses technology to clean oceans and rivers, addresses challenges in recycling plant material collection and improves the jobs of garbage collectors.Leydi Cruz, Bolivia
AGRIMET: Helps the climate resilience of small farmers through a specialized consulting and data subscription service, which allows them to improve their agricultural practices in irrigation management and generate higher yields.
Each winner will receive a grant of up to US$100,000, accompanied by an expert mentorship and continuing education program to foster their entrepreneurial skills and accelerate the successful launch and growth of their startups. The program is presented with the generous support of Grupo Financiero Banorte y Creel, García-Cuellar, Aiza y Enríquez and UN Women. Additionally, Kristal de Valle, 17, from Guatemala, was recognized as the Unlock Her Future Award Young Changer by MINDVERSE, its mission to empower students to discover and develop their full potential through personalized education. Supported by a virtual avatar tutor powered by artificial intelligence, she aims to offer 24/7 access to education beyond the classroom and encompass the diverse skills and needs of students.
Chantal Khoueiry, Cultural Director of The Bicester Collection, commented: "Empowering these visionary women is more than celebrating their individual successes; it is about fostering ecosystems of innovation and resilience that can transform societies. Today we celebrate the remarkable achievements of the four Las Latin American women who have won the Unlock Her Future Award LATAM 2024 Edition are architects of a brighter future, inspiring us all with their unique visions of sustainable, equitable and inclusive growth.
The winners were joined by the four additional finalists for the Unlock Her Future Award 2024 LATAM Edition: Andrea Nunes, Venezuela
EASY CLEAN WATER: Provides drinking water to Latin American communities through solar purification systems, promoting health, local development and environmental preservation.
Florencia Sosa, ArgentinaANDINA: Empowers women who work vicuña wool in the Puna of Catamarca, combining ancient artisanal techniques with modern technology. Each piece tells a story, enhanced through Web 3.0, a triple-impact venture that reinvests its profits in community training.
Gabriela de Sá, Brazil
COLOR: A mobile application that supports women in Brazil and Latin America facing domestic violence, offering comprehensive assistance from reporting to education and achieving financial independence.Shirley Matos, Panama
INFONIMADOS: Transforms education into an entertaining experience through the creation of animated content for people of all ages, bridging the gap between learning and entertainment.
In honor of the achievements of all these outstanding women, the star-studded awards ceremony in Madrid featured a keynote speech by Unlock Her Future Award judge, María-Noel Vaeza, Regional Director for the Americas and the Caribbean from UN Women, a dance performance by Spain's Got Talent finalists Lola's Girls in celebration of Madrid's cultural wealth, a reading by Mexican poet María Milo and the European debut of 19-year-old Mexican singer Lucerito Mijares .For more information about the prize, visit UnlockHerFuturePrize.com
@DoGood_TheBicesterCollection
#DoGood #UnlockHerFuture #TheBicesterCollection